The earliest pioneers that settled Sedona resided in Uptown close to the life-supporting waters of Oak Creek.  Sedona Schnebly planted her famous apple orchard in Uptown.  In the heat of the summer, many early pioneers also tending plantings up Oak Creek Canyon at Indian Gardens.  Evidence exists that Native Americans cultivated in the area hence the name Indian Gardens. 

 

Uptown is where the merchants first set-up shop.  When Sedona's primary industry turned to tourism, the legion of merchants and innkeepers expanded to meet the growing crowds.  As an Arizona attraction, Sedona is second only to the Grand Canyon.  You will see an endless stream of tourist buses parked in Uptown for a few hours every day of the year.  There are residential subdivision in Uptown that span every decade.  The views are spectacular and the access to Uptown is convenient.

 

In the past ten-years, the City of Sedona with the cooperation of the Uptown merchants implemented a new design for the Uptown merchant area that incorporates public art, shuttle service, parking solutions and an improved pedestrian experience.  When guests visit you, you will undoubtedly take them to Uptown at least once.

 

It is fun to sit on a bench in Uptown and watch the people.  There is not a single visitor that does not find themselves staring at the amazing Red Rocks of Sedona.